We’re Anisa and Russell, the husband-and-wife team behind Norfolk Local Guide. Each week, we share what’s happening in Norwich and across Norfolk—from hidden gems and foodie finds to family fun and seasonal events. Join our community and make the most of every week in this beautiful corner of the England!
🎪 Street Performances, Races, Beer & Games Across Norfolk This Week
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Hello Norfolk explorers 👋 We really couldn’t have asked for better weather over the Bank Holiday weekend. Ok, maybe it was a little too hot at times, but hopefully you managed to stay cool and enjoy some time outdoors. We spent part of the weekend at the Norwich Games Festival, which was great fun, and also got out for a riverside walk and another visit to Sheringham Park. The rhododendrons are still looking lovely in places, although this recent heat seems to have pushed some areas past their best a bit earlier than usual. There’s another busy week ahead across Norfolk, with free performances at Out There Festival, sailing races on the Broads, comic con, beer festivals and more. Here’s what else is going on across Norfolk this week ⬇️ ✨ What's Happening Around Norfolk This Week?Out There Festival (28 - 30 May)Experience the magic of the Out There Festival in Great Yarmouth, where over 100 performances from UK and international artists come together in a whirlwind of circus, acrobatics, dance, comedy, and music. The festival offers a vibrant celebration of creativity and diversity, with almost all performances being completely free. Get more information here. Three Rivers Race (30 - 31 May) The Three Rivers Race, a longstanding event on the Broads sailing calendar, has been held annually since 1961. It is renowned as one of the largest inland yachting races in Europe and takes place in rural Norfolk. Originally intended to cross the estuary at Breydon Water, safety and tidal concerns led to a change in course. The race now follows the northern Broadland rivers of the Bure, Thurne, and Ant, which have become the enduring trio of rivers for the event. Get more information here. Great Yarmouth Comic Con (30 -31 May)Back for its 6th year, this Comic Con features a host of movie props, cosplayers, celebrity guests and more at Great Yarmouth Racecourse. Get more details and buy tickets here. Dabbling Duck Beer Festival (30 - 31 May)This local pub is celebrating its 20th anniversary with a lively beer festival, featuring around 30 ales, ciders and craft lagers from both Norfolk and further afield. Expect a fun, relaxed atmosphere with live music across the weekend, DJs, great food including BBQ and wood-fired pizza, plus a few extras like games and even ice cream. Get more information here. Jarrolds Ladies Day at Fakenham Racecourse (31 May)Time to get dressed up to the nines and enjoy a day at the races. Children aged 17 and younger are free with a paying adult. Get tickets here. Norwich Games Festival (23 -30 May) Norwich Games Festival (NGF) is back at The Forum, featuring an exciting lineup of events, workshops, talks, and free interactive activities for all gaming enthusiasts. Sponsored by Norwich University of the Arts, the festival offers a retro arcade, game jams with industry professionals, immersive VR experiences, and much more. Get more information here. Norwich City of Ale (21 May – 22 June)Take part in a month-long celebration of pubs and brewers with 7 different ale trails where you can collect stamps. It all starts with a launch party at the Waterfront in Norwich. Get more information here. Lynn Chadwick at Houghton Hall (2 May - 4 October) Houghton Hall will host a major sculpture exhibition by celebrated British artist Lynn Chadwick CBE. Featuring 30 works from the 1950s to the 1990s, the exhibition includes some of his best-known sculptures as well as rarely seen pieces, displayed across the house and grounds. It will be the UK’s largest exhibition of Chadwick’s work in more than 20 years. Get more information here. 🗓 Explore More Events There’s plenty more coming up: 👉 May Events | June Events Need a Recommendation? 💬 Not sure what to do this weekend? Just hit reply and tell us what you’re looking for. Whether it’s a family day out, something different, or a quiet wander somewhere scenic, we’re always happy to help. 🧡 Until next time, happy adventuring! PS. We recently explored Barrow Common (see photo above) for the first time and were really impressed by the mix of walking trails, wildlife and views. I’ve now put together a full guide if you’d like to plan your own visit. Check it out here.
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Norfolk Local Guide
We’re Anisa and Russell, the husband-and-wife team behind Norfolk Local Guide. Each week, we share what’s happening in Norwich and across Norfolk—from hidden gems and foodie finds to family fun and seasonal events. Join our community and make the most of every week in this beautiful corner of the England!
Hello Norfolk explorers 👋 We hope you're having a great week. Last weekend was all about chasing poppies for us! It's incredible how many amazing poppy fields there are in Norfolk this year. I think my favourite was the one by Kelling (pictured above), which has a sea view and where we were lucky enough to see a rainbow. The poppy field near Blakeney was also impressive, and there are too many around Courtyard Farm near Ringstead to count. We took so many photos that we're still sharing them...
Hello Norfolk explorers 👋 We hope you're having a great week. If social media is anything to go by, it feels like everyone in Norfolk is talking about the poppies right now. We haven't made it there yet, but it's firmly on our weekend plans and we'll be sure to report back. In the meantime, we've included a photo from our visit last year to the Sandringham poppy field. Of course, there's plenty more happening across the county too, from vintage festivals and carnivals to circus performances,...
Hello Norfolk explorers 👋 We’ve got another Bank Holiday weekend coming up, plus half-term, which means Norfolk is absolutely packed with things to do over the next week. From medieval battles and LEGO displays to gaming events, live music, funfairs and motoring shows, there’s a huge mix happening across the county for all ages and interests. It also feels like one of those weeks where you could easily fill the whole half-term without leaving Norfolk. Here’s what else is going on across...